1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 126 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 90 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
